Kyoto Japan 2026

A collection of 16 places curated by Emma Cadden

Places in this collection

  1. ACTUAL KYOTO

    cafe

    20-2 Mibukayogoshocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8811, Japan

    A cafe beside the train tracks, known for aesthetic trains passing by while enjoying drinks like iced strawberry matcha and iced latte with cheesecake.

    ACTUAL KYOTOView on Google Maps

  2. Kyoto Tonkatsu Katsuda Shijokarasuma

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒600-8413 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Omandokorocho, 673-1 1F

    A restaurant serving highly recommended katsu curry.

    Kyoto Tonkatsu Katsuda ShijokarasumaView on Google Maps

  3. An de Cookie

    shop

    89 Shincho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8001, Japan

    A shop selling delicious cookies, with options like tuna salad and peanut butter flavors.

    An de CookieView on Google Maps

  4. PIZZERIA MAMA

    restaurant

    1-5 Arashiyama Nishiichikawacho, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-0003, Japan

    A pizza restaurant with an impressive interior, serving delicious pizza.

    PIZZERIA MAMAView on Google Maps

  5. % ARABICA Kyoto Arashiyama

    cafe

    3-47 Sagatenryuji Susukinobabacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8385, Japan

    Prettiest coffee shop spot

    % ARABICA Kyoto ArashiyamaView on Google Maps

  6. Hikiniku to Come (Kyoto)

    restaurant

    363 Kiyomotochō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0084, Japan

    Specializes in hamburgers served with rice (no buns). The burgers are grilled and open-roasted, offering unique flavor and moisture.

    Hikiniku to Come (Kyoto)View on Google Maps

  7. Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

    attraction

    Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan

    A large bamboo forest with temples, recommended to add to your Kyoto itinerary.

    Arashiyama Bamboo ForestView on Google Maps

  8. Kichi Kichi Omurice

    restaurant

    185-4 Zaimokuchō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8017, Japan

    Kichi Kichi OmuriceView on Google Maps

  9. Masuda Chaho

    cafe

    Renge-21-3 Uji, Kyoto 611-0021, Japan

    Traditional teahouse known for its soft serve matcha, described as a highlight of the trip.

    Masuda ChahoView on Google Maps

  10. 2nd Street Shijo-Kawaramachi

    shop

    Japan, 〒604-8042 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Nakanochō, ５３８−１ 京極東宝ﾋﾞﾙ 2F

    The creator's favorite vintage/second-hand shop in Japan, specifically mentioning the Shijo-Kawaramachi Kyoto location as the best. They regretted not finding it sooner in Osaka.

    2nd Street Shijo-KawaramachiView on Google Maps

  11. 2050 coffee

    cafe

    402 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8035, Japan

    Specialty coffee shop for iced coffee and unique iced tea blends, including matcha on tap. Minimal seating with a quiet room upstairs.

    2050 coffeeView on Google Maps

  12. 2nd Street Shinsaibashi

    shop

    Japan, 〒542-0085 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Shinsaibashisuji, 2 Chome−3−27 心央ビル 2階

    The creator mentioned missing the opportunity to visit a Second Street location in Osaka earlier in their trip, after having a positive experience with the Kyoto branch.

    2nd Street ShinsaibashiView on Google Maps

  13. Harajuku Gyozarou

    restaurant

    6-chōme-2-4 Jingūmae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan

    Serves the best gyoza, available boiled or pan-fried. They are cheap and easy to eat.

    Harajuku GyozarouView on Google Maps

  14. MooKEN

    cafe

    Japan, 〒542-0085 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Shinsaibashisuji, 1-chōme−5−２６ Ｒｉｐｐｌｕ 日宝 大阪屋ビル

    Famous for crispy, light, almost caramelly cream puff donuts that sell out daily. Known for having the longest line.

    MooKENView on Google Maps

  15. T nakameguro | Wagyu T-bone steak

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒153-0051 Tokyo, Meguro City, Kamimeguro, 2-chōme−37−１２ Comfort Nakameguro, 1階

    Offers a wagyu omakase experience, featuring a T-bone wagyu steak grilled as part of the meal.

    T nakameguro | Wagyu T-bone steakView on Google Maps

  16. Godaime Hanayama Udon Ginza

    restaurant

    3-chōme-14-13 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan

    Serves extra wide, chewy udon noodles cold with dipping sauces, also comes with tempura. Get there early due to long lines. They also sell udon in-store.

    Godaime Hanayama Udon GinzaView on Google Maps